Vidor to Honor Three New Inductees at Walk of Fame

The city will add local musicians Carl Richardson, Waylon Payne, and Johnny Janno to its prestigious list.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 4:08pm

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The city of Vidor, Texas will induct three new members into its Walk of Fame during a ceremony on Thursday evening, honoring local musicians and entertainers Carl Richardson, Waylon Payne, and Johnny Janno (posthumously) who have made their mark beyond the small Southeast Texas community.

Why it matters

The Walk of Fame was established in 2010 to celebrate musicians and entertainers with ties to Vidor, and the city was later designated a music-friendly community in Texas in 2021. Inducting new members is a significant honor for a city of Vidor's size, showcasing the passion and diversity of the arts in the local community.

The details

A meet-and-greet is scheduled for 5 p.m., followed by the formal induction ceremony at 6 p.m. This year's honorees include Carl Richardson, a longtime musician and educator who performs throughout Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana, as well as Waylon Payne and Johnny Janno, who will be recognized posthumously.

  • The Walk of Fame ceremony will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
  • Vidor was designated a music-friendly community in Texas in 2021.
  • The Walk of Fame was established in 2010 alongside the opening of Vidor's new city hall.

The players

Carl Richardson

A longtime musician and educator who performs playing bass, guitar and singing throughout Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. He also serves as a full-time instructor and program coordinator for commercial music at Lamar State College Port Arthur.

Waylon Payne

One of the three new inductees into Vidor's Walk of Fame.

Johnny Janno

One of the three new inductees into Vidor's Walk of Fame, who will be recognized posthumously.

Alison Cappin

The Vidor Visitor Center liaison, who stated that the Walk of Fame honor is significant for a city of Vidor's size.

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What they’re saying

“It shows the passion and the diversity for the arts that come from our city. It's a small town and we have 65 famous stars that are on our walk — that's a lot for a tiny area.”

— Alison Cappin, Vidor Visitor Center liaison

What’s next

The formal induction ceremony for the three new Walk of Fame honorees will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6 p.m., following a meet-and-greet event at 5 p.m.

The takeaway

Vidor's Walk of Fame serves as a testament to the thriving arts and music scene in this small Texas community, honoring local talents who have made an impact beyond their hometown. The addition of three new inductees highlights the city's commitment to celebrating its creative roots and inspiring the next generation of musicians and entertainers.